It’s time to sort out my priorities again. I feel like I’m just going through the motions of doing important things rather than really wanting to do them. Does that make sense? I guess I feel like I’m doing things haphazardly again.
I’m not going to bed on time anymore. Because I’m not going to bed on time, I’m getting up late, which makes me late to work. And, even though I’m getting to work late, I’m still leaving work early enough to get to my classes on time because my classes are at a set schedule, my grades are partially determined by attendance, and I absolutely love going to class. Or, in other words, I’m not always working a full 40-hour work week like I’m supposed to as a salaried employee.
I’m also having a hard time being productive at work because I feel like my job is the most boring job in the entire world. I always get my work done, but I don’t get it done as quickly as I could. I would quit my job and find something else I enjoy doing more, but I can’t quit because no one else is hiring right now and no one else will pay me as much as I get paid at my current job; I’ve been pigeon-holed until I graduate from school.
I’m not eating as healthy as I was last year and the only exercise I get is walking around campus. I’ve had a hard time remembering to read my scriptures at night. I haven’t been to the temple since December because I’ve been so busy with school and work. And, finally, I just have no motivation at all to do anything.
I’ve been feeling really depressed lately because of my lack of motivation. I feel like I’m in a slump, a slump with really steep, slippery, high walls, making it almost impossible to climb out. The only things that have kept me going lately are school, Project 365, and reading for fun for the past few days because I haven’t had any homework. (My last class for this semester was yesterday, but I don’t start taking finals until Friday.)
I’m excited to start a new term in a couple of weeks. I think a change of pace will help me get out of this slump. For one thing, I’ll be less busy because I’m only taking one class rather than three. And, for another thing, it will be something different.
Even with a change in pace in a couple of weeks, I just need to focus and make stronger commitments to do better. I also need to check in with myself daily so if I start to get in a slump again, I can get out of it immediately rather than wallow in it for months at a time. Here’s to putting on some climbing gear and getting out of this slump by refocusing on my goals and putting those things first that need to be. Wish me luck!
PS–Any idea what book my title alludes to?
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Good luck!!! It’s time for me to get out my climbing gear too. I’ve been feeling the same way lately. I guess it’s time for me to make goals so I can start to make some positive changes in my life, too. Thanks!
For me, the cold, wet weather dragging on forever got me down. Now that it’s sunny and supposedly warming up, I’m noticing I have more energy and more motivation. Keep going through the motions, keep finding reasons to keep moving. It’s helped me in the past.
Good luck with everything. I know where you’re at and it’s not a happy place. But it will be again. Hang in there.
Jenni,
Love your site – it’s my first visit here. Sorry to hear you are in a “funk”. I know how hard it can be to get past those at times. Your strength is in the Lord, for in Him all things are possible. Keep the faith and better days are on the way. One step at a time, one day at a time…Blessings!
Kayla – Thanks! I’m glad I could help motivate you. Good luck with climbing out of your slump too.
Jaleta – Thanks for your words of wisdom. I think winter has a lot to do with it. If only spring could just come and stay.
Lee – Welcome! I’m sorry a negative post was your first impression. Thanks for your advice. I really appreciate it.
it’s good to know we all have those slumps; I try to focus on the good things when I go through a rut… which is exactly what you did
HP & the Sorcerer’s Stone—- that wasn’t even hard
I agree with Jaleta about the dreary weather. Sheesh, yesterday’s snow about killed me off. I think it is human nature for us to end up in slumps simply because it takes A LOT of extra effort to go beyond what is the norm for ourselves. I think everyone experiences the slumps and the downfalls and the backward pedaling. It doesn’t make it any easier to endure those slumps but it does help to know that others experience those same feelings. At least for me.
But look at you go! You are still continuing on with your schooling; you are still reaching for your desired goals; you are still taking time to examine your life and reassess. That’s 90% of the battle right there. You’re doing great, Jen!!!
Amber – Way to go on the title. I didn’t think it was hard either, but I wasn’t sure if anyone would actually guess.
Deon – Thanks. I appreciate your advice. It is nice to know that I’m (you’re) not the only one who has slumps.
Sometimes a routine needs a break or a change. I go through phases like that and usually jazz it up by changing something or getting rid of a part of it for a bit. Or I just let myself go through the rut for a little bit and wallow in whatever it is. My favorite solution is finding a way to meditate or relax at night like yoga or taking a bath.
Ron says that to Hermione in HP Sorcerers Stone. Easy for a Potter fan
I hear you on those slumps. I get those sometimes and your right. The only way to get out of it is to do something about it. So shake things up a bit and move things around. It will get better.
Ron says it in Harry Potter 1!
Keep it up,wanting to get out of a slump is a step in the right direction. You can do it!
Andrea – Taking a bath is my favorite way to relax.
Christie – Good job on knowing the quote!
It’s one of my favorites. Thanks for the encouragement.
Aimee – Good job on knowing the quote, but I expected nothing lest with you.
Thanks for the encouragement.
I just watched that movie this past Saturday!
I know how you feel. I’m in a slump also. Trying to lose weight and work on finances at the same time. It seems that eating healthy is more expensive than junk.
Keep plugging through you’ll eventually break out of your slump. Enjoy your time off from school for now before your finals. Not sure what to do about the sleep issue…that’s always been a problem for me. Super night owl here…
You are always in my thoughts – Love you!
Well, at least you are acknowleding that you’re in a slump, that’s the first step! You can’t change everything all at once, but starting NOW make a point to change one thing and go from there! Good luck.
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LeAnn – Yeah, eating healthy and watching finances don’t seem to go together. Although, Aymee has found a way to make it work. She’s going to pass on her wisdom to me. I’ll let you know what I find out.
Love you too!
Tamara – Thanks for the words of encouragement. Also, I don’t always see your comments until later because my blog thinks you’re spamming me with your blog address as part of the comment. So, don’t think I’m ignoring you. I’m not.
I think you are doing a marvelous job with all you have going on in your life. Give yourself some credit, Jenni! Try Baby-Stepping with the changes, and realize everything takes time, including change. I’ve started reading Sheri Dew’s ‘If Life were Easy, It Wouldn’t Be Hard’ again, and find myself realizing, once again, that life is a test. Most of the time I feel like I’m getting an F, but at least I’m trying.
Kimberly – I think I’ll read that book. Thanks for the recommendation. I also appreciate your words of encouragement.
Sorry to hear you’ve been feeling discouraged lately, Jenni. I think it is great that you take the time to stop and organize your goals, then set out to accomplish them. Hopefully the change of pace with the new term beginning & your renewed dedication to your goals will help you feel excited and motivated again very soon. ((hugs))
Violet – Thanks.
I’m sorry to hear you’re in a slump. (or were) And it’s funny when I read the title I thought “I love that part in the book” but when you asked what it’s from I drew a blank because I wasn’t sure if that was right….anyway, I would love to pass on my “wisdom” to you because it has really helped me a lot with the finances and I can still eat healthy. I know you’ll pull out of this. You’re amazing and unfortunately we have to get in these annoying ruts at times to really appreciate not being in them, if that makes sense. Opposition in all things. If there is anything I can do to help just let me know. I’m not the best at advice. I love you.
Aymee – Thanks! I’m doing a little better now. Like you said, opposition in all things. I appreciate the down time more and what exercising does for me when I have these kinds of times. So, it’s a blessing, even though it’s frustrating when I’m going through it.